Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network in the United States is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to contribute to compassionate patient care, assist with data collection, planning and implementation, and support nursing teams.

Responsibilities include vital signs, intake and output, EKGs, glucometry, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and documentation. Must complete competency training and obtain BLS within 60 days.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 60 days of employment or transfer to the position.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs and intake/output measurements as assigned.
• Conducts EKGs, glucometry, phlebotomy, and specimen collection.
• Documents all assigned responsibilities and follows treatment plans.
• Keeps unit stocked and participates in unit-based performance improvement.

Skills

Vital signs

Glucometry

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Health care specialty training preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network in the United States is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to contribute to compassionate patient care, assist with data collection, planning and implementation, and support nursing teams.

Responsibilities include vital signs, intake and output, EKGs, glucometry, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and documentation. Must complete competency training and obtain BLS within 60 days.